Frances Arney
MICHIGAN CITY
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant specializing in patient care coordination and electronic health systems. Known for effective collaboration with healthcare providers and a focus on vital signs measurement, ensuring comprehensive patient support and streamlined healthcare processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Franciscan Physician Network
Michigan City
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted with patient intake and documentation processes to ensure efficient workflow.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient records within electronic health systems.
- Performed routine clinical tasks, including vital signs and lab specimen collection.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate patient care and follow-up services.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage for improved understanding.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
Certified Medical Assistant
Northwest Health Porter
Valparaiso
01.2020 - 04.2024
- Performed routine clinical tasks, including vital signs and lab specimen collection.
- Assisted with patient intake and documentation processes to ensure efficient workflow.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient records within electronic health systems.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage for improved understanding.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College
Valparaiso, IN06-2006
Skills
- patient care coordination
- clinical documentation
- electronic health records
- patient scheduling
- vital signs measurement
- lab specimen collection
- insurance authorization
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Franciscan Physician Network
04.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Northwest Health Porter
01.2020 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College